Job Description
Location : Onsite – 3215 State Highway 360, Grapevine, TX 76051
Reports to : VP Business Controller
Pay is dependent upon experience and will be discussed during the consideration process
Local Travel : 15-20%
The Opportunity
The Regional Business Controller provides essential financial leadership and strategic partnership for all aspects of the business across the Texas region. This highly visible role partners directly with the VP of Operations, VP of Sales, and local business leaders to drive financial performance, strategic decision-making, and continuous process improvement for up to 16 manufacturing and distribution sites . The ideal candidate enjoys business analysis and collaborating with operations and sales leaders, focusing their time on impactful projects and actionable insights rather than transactional accounting.
Key Responsibilities and Performance Drivers
I. Strategic Partnership & Organizational Leadership
- Business Partnering : Work closely with the VPs of Sales and Operations and Plant Managers, developing a collaborative partnership as a key member of the regional management team.
- Performance Improvement : Be an active listener and self-starter, initiating and leading projects to drive quantifiable results and savings based on data analysis and recommendations from Sales and Operations.
- Financial Acumen Training : Provide financial statement analysis training and assistance to Plant Managers to enhance their ability to report and understand business results.
II. Business Analysis & Financial Oversight
Profitability Analysis : Proactively analyze and communicate financial results and key performance indicators related to profitability, productivity, costing, and pricing across the region.Margin & Cost Deep Dive : Perform detailed analysis of customer, product category, and business unit performance, focusing on :Sales mix, material, labor, and transportation costs.Identifying opportunities to improve delivered margins based on customers and product categories.Perform detailed analysis of material costs, inventory accuracy, inventory aging, and bills of material.Data Analytics : analyze large data sets to provide summarized insights to assist management with understanding issues, trends, and making decisions. Perform ad-hoc analysis and assist with special projects and profitability improvement initiatives.Capital Support : Provide robust financial support and analysis for regional capital projects and investments.Plant Performance Audits : Schedule and conduct regular plant visits (up to 15-20% travel) or mini audits focusing on relationship building, inventory management, sales, purchasing, and provide financial training and direction to plant management. Complete a written Executive Summary documenting key findings and areas for improvement.III. Financial Management & Planning
Month-End Review : Review month-end close results to ensure accuracy and completeness. Critical monitoring includes cut-off procedures for billing, purchasing, production entry and intercompany transactions. Analyze monthly physical inventory, accounts receivable and accounts payable results.Performance Review : Review monthly P&L results with Regional Operations VPs and Plant Managers, investigating significant irregularities or trends.Inventory & Cost Control : Review and approve semi-annual raw material cost updates and provide guidance and oversight for successful year-end physical inventory counts and internal inventory audits.Role Requirements
Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or FinanceRequired Experience : 10+ years of progressive financial analysis or accounting experience in a multi-site, regional organization.Industry : Manufacturing, Construction, or Homebuilding experience is strongly preferred.Certification : CPA or CMA Certification is strongly preferred.Skills :Demonstrated ability to collaborate across all levels of an organization.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills for modeling and data manipulation and proficiency in Word and PowerPoint.Proficiency with Accounting software and reporting databases (J.D. Edwards and Power BI a plus).Strong problem-solving, organizational, and oral & written communication skills.Why Work for Us
We empower you : We value you as a person and equip you to succeed in a strategic, highly influential role.Team Environment : Work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment where collaboration is a priority.Industry Leadership : Grow with an industry leader known for high-quality manufacturing and distribution.Benefits : A comprehensive benefits package with options to choose what works best for you and your family.